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A488 HPL

1983 BMW 525

Beige Petrol 2693cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,328 mi
Last recorded97,328 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2006
Typical for 1983 BMW 525111,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA488 HPL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year1983
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,693cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2006 97,328 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 97,322 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight play in steering joints

Pass 14 Nov 2005 97,071 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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A488 HPL is a 1983 BMW 525 in Beige with a 2,693cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 111,034 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A488 HPL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 43 years old, this BMW 525 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A488 HPL?

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What year was A488 HPL registered?

A488 HPL is a 1983 BMW 525, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A488 HPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A488 HPL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A488 HPL have outstanding finance?

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